About this Event
Bee Ready 2 Buzz and Jump Start are designed to help you ease into college life. Students will learn about services and resources available to them along with strategies that will prepare you to succeed at SCAD and beyond. Jump Start Orientation complements the main SCAD orientation.
Bee Ready 2 Buzz will consist of 5 virtual workshops:
Open to students from all campuses:
Wednesday, July 13th 1:00 pm - Welcome to BEE Ready 2 Buzz
Wednesday, July 20th 1:00 pm - BEE a Professional Student
Wednesday, July 27th 1:00 pm - BEE Supported
Wednesday, August 3rd 1:00 pm - BEE Tech Smart
Wednesday, August 10th 1:00 pm - BEE Ready to BEE
Workshop benefits:
- Learn about resources and supports at SCAD to make your transition to college successful
- Learn tips and tricks of being a professional student
- Learn how to be more tech savvy
- Learn about Disability Resources, meet the staff and connect with other incoming students.
What is the cost? What is included?
- Bee Ready to Buzz is a series of FREE virtual workshops open to students on all campuses who will be receiving ADA accommodations through The Office of Disability Resources. Recordings of each workshop will be available to registered students.
Jump Start
September 6th to September 8th (SCAD Savannah Campus)
Jump Start is an on-ground program open to incoming Savannah Campus students connected with The Office of Disability Resources.
Jump Start Benefits:
- Meet other new first year students
- Meet the Office of Disability Resources and the Office of Counseling staff
- Learn about resources and supports on campus
- Learn strategies to becoming a successful student
- Meet other SCAD faculty and staff
- Take a of tour of some of the Foundation classroom buildings
- Learn about SCAD Fit
Wat is the cost? What is included?
Jump Start is $525 per student which includes:
- Meals and 2 evening dinner events
- Overnight accommodations starting Tuesday, September 6th
- Educational programing, social gatherings, campus tour, and orientation
- Student poolside party
- Silent Disco Pizza party
- SCAD Serve Volunteer community project
Are family members welcome?
We welcome families on Day 1 to join your student for programming. Tickets for the Parent/Guardian Meet and Greet Dinner are available on Tuesday evening. Students will be attending a separate event at this time. Tickets are $30 per person for family members.
What is the schedule of events?
The Office of Disability Resources will send out a full schedule to all registered families closer to the start of Jump Start.
What time can I move in?
Move in will be from 9:00am to 12:00pm on Tuesday, September 6th.
Is transportation included for students?
Most of our events will take place within walking distance of the Hive. Transportation will be provided to other locations and residence halls. Please contact us at [email protected] with any mobility needs.
Where can I complete the Pool waiver:
Our student participants will be enjoying a pool party on Tuesday night. Please see the link below for our waiver.
https://app.scad.edu/waiver/pool;jsessionid=9397F16D76AC64853A01C82FE629EC4
Where do I sign up for SCAD Serve:
SCAD Serve is our volunteer network that brings together the SCAD community to improve the quality of life for our neighbors in Savannah. We will be participating in a volunteer project with SCAD Serve on Thursday September 8th. Please use the link below to sign up for this event.
https://scad.galaxydigital.com/
Dietary Restrictions:
If you have any special dietary needs or restrictions, please note them on your order or email us at [email protected] prior to the event.
T-shirt size:
Please be sure to provide your t-shirt size on your order form included with your student ticket.
How do I get my accommodations started:
If you have not already done so, please contact us at [email protected] and will we send you more information on our intake process.
How can I contact The Office of Disability Resources?
We are available Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Eastern Standard Time.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 912-525-6233
Who should I contact for any ADA needs during the program?
Contact the Office of Disability Resources with any questions at [email protected].
Registration ends August 22nd.
Registration is first-come, first-serve. Once each session is full, students can be added to a waiting list in case of cancellations, but we cannot guarantee switches and encourage you to register early.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Savannah College of Art and Design, 516 Drayton Street, Savannah, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 525.00